Quick fast yes or no Question ??

[tourus]

will the front diff. cover of a dana 60 come off with out removing the tie rod. I am in the process of putting new u-joints in in front end . wanted to pull diff. cover to replace gear oil .. but am not sure if the cover will come off out of way to clean up good for new gasket . and sealer.?????

 

[Drock]

Yes

 

[CUCVLOVER]

I pulled mine with out removing the tie rod.
The refilling was tricky with a funnel and a gallon of oil. Buy big cheap plastic turkey baster or something to fill it with. You suck the oil from the jug and put it in the diff.

 

[ODFever]

I've never replaced the gear oil in my front differential, so I can't answer yes or no to your question. I'd like to throw some advice your way if you don't mind. While you're under the truck, check everything and replace worn components as long as you have it on jack stands. Go through the brakes, brake lines, bearings, hubs, steering components, et cetera. My thread might help you if you discover some issues.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?125140-M1009-Tie-Rod-End-Replacement-Project

 

[tourus]

OK great that is why it is on jack stands brakes u-joints bearings the "whole nine" even the rubber brake line. need it all as there is now 62000+ on the truck and it is a DD. Thanks for the quick reply now I will continue on.